Assistant Professor - Technology and Innovation Management

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Assistant Professor – Technology and Innovation Management

The Department of Management in the College of Business Administration (CBA) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Technology and Innovation Management to begin Fall 2026. Applicants should demonstrate expertise in cybercrime and technology management. Current and future undergraduate and graduate programs require sustained coverage in strategy, innovation, emerging technology, and technology leadership to meet Nebraska’s workforce needs and align with institutional priorities in digital transformation and economic development.

About the Position:

The rapid growth of AI, cybersecurity threats, data-driven decision-making, and digital platforms has reshaped organizational strategy across industries. Employers increasingly expect graduates to understand the strategic implications of emerging technologies, cyber risk, and digital governance. This hire will teach core undergraduate and graduate courses while developing specialized electives that strengthen UNO’s distinctiveness in technology-focused business education and support interdisciplinary collaboration in cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and public administration. Ability and willingness to deliver instruction in multiple modalities is expected.

Beyond instruction, this faculty member will advance the College’s research profile in technology and innovation management. A focused research agenda in these areas will enhance external funding opportunities, industry partnerships, and policy engagement while reinforcing UNO’s leadership within the NU System. The new hire will support long-term capacity building through sustained scholarship, grant activity, curriculum development, and student mentorship. This hire is essential for maintaining program quality, expanding high-demand offerings, and positioning CBA as a leader in technology-driven organizational security education. Meaningful service and community engagement activities are also expected.

Successful candidates will hold a Ph.D. degree in business administration, Management, Strategy, Leadership, Innovation, MIS, cybersecurity, or a closely related field, with an emphasis in information systems, technology and innovation management, from an accredited institution (AACSB accreditation is preferred).

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska's only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state's largest city. UNO is a Carnegie doctoral/research institution with a strong metropolitan mission. UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society. The College of Business Administration is AACSB-accredited, and the successful candidate will join a collegial, research-active department dedicated to high-quality scholarship, teaching excellence, and community engagement. Despite its size, UNO maintains small class sizes. For more information about UNO, visit https://www.unomaha.edu

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, applications must be completed at the following link: https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/25223

To complete an application please submit the following:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of teaching philosophy that provides information on course objectives and academic rigor to ensure student mastery and success.

4. Statement of research that addresses existing research pipeline, accomplishments, and aspirations and how these align with the position expectations for the production of high-quality scholarly research.

Review of applications will begin April 30, 2026 and will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. John Erickson at johnerickson@unomaha.edu or (402)554-3163.

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